About the Alexandrine Parakeet
The Alexandrine parakeet, also known as the Alexandrine parrot, is a medium-sized parrot in the genus Psittacula of the family Psittaculidae, native to South Asia and Southeast Asia. It is named after Alexander the Great, who transported numerous birds from Punjab to various European and Mediterranean countries and regions, where they were prized by the royalty, nobility and warlords.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Psittacula eupatria |
| Species Codes | alepar2, ALPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Alexandrine Parakeet belong to?
The Alexandrine Parakeet (Psittacula eupatria) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Alexandrine Parakeet?
The Alexandrine parakeet, also known as the Alexandrine parrot, is a medium-sized parrot in the genus Psittacula of the family Psittaculidae, native to South Asia and Southeast Asia. It is named after Alexander the Great, who transported numerous birds from Punjab to various European and Mediterrane...
Where can I report a Alexandrine Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Alexandrine Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code alepar2, or on iNaturalist.
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